Here's why it stings. To build a contender you need to make a lot of smart decisions but you also need some things to break your way. The Lightning had some high picks but two of their most important players were steals: Kucherov and Point. They've had other great picks too.
The Flames had a home run with Jonny. Adam Fox represented another one - as adding a guy with his skill, who is a #1 dman already is a game changer.
The asset was well managed and value extracted from it. And the organization still did very well for what they got out of the 3rd round pick.
But the disadvantage created by these guys not wanting to play in Calgary is a real thing. This team would be in a different state if Adam Fox was patrolling the blueline, with a far bright future.
That's what stings. I think Canadian clubs are at a disadvantage because
- More players don't want to play here
- You have to overpay to get them and keep them
- And I think the Canadian owners for the most part try to contend too fast and blow the re-builds.
Last edited by Jiri Hrdina; 05-08-2021 at 12:48 PM.
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